| Numismatic Fine Art GmbH > Auction 1 | Auction date: 22 November 2024 |
| Lot number: 48 Price realized: 925 CHF (Approx. 1,045 USD / 995 EUR) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on  |
| Lot description: Sextus Pompeius Fostlus AR-Denarius (18.8 mm, 4.01 g, 5h). Rome mint, 137 BC. Obv. Helmeted head of Roma to right; behind, jug; X below chin. Rev. SEX•PO FOSTLVS, below, ROMA, she-wolf standing right, head left, suckling Romulus and Remus; behind, shepherd and birds in a fig tree. Crawford 235/1c; Sydenham 461a; RSC Pompeia 1a; RBW 972. A exquisite specimen of this foundation myth type. Rare in this condition and exceptionally complete for the issue. Well centered and well struck, very lightly toned. EF. Ex Lanz Auction 163, 2016, Lot 173. Ex Lanz Auction 86, 1998, Lot 259. Estimate: 700 CHF Starting price: 350 CHF |  |
